"Hi! It’s me, Kelly. You know what this little box is for. I’m sorry to be one of “those people,” but since it’s awkward and creepy when I have to show up at your house to tell you about my latest podcast episode, book event, class offering or blog post, I had to resort to a mailing list.”

So, if you’d be so kind and let me have your email, I promise I won’t abuse it (unless you’re into that kind of thing) or share it with anyone, not even my husband.
Thank you - Kelly